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  • Ender 3 V2 rotary encoder issues

    It's been 3 years since I bought my first 3D printer - Ender 3 V2. For the last 1 year, I didn't use it much and started using it again recently. This time when I started the printer, I noticed that the rotary knob on the display unit is not following…
  • How to find the wire combinations in a nema 17 stepper motor with six wires?

    I am making an open source 3d printer as my minor project for college but i am stuck as my motors are not functioning properly, either they are just vibrating at their place or not working at all. I am using Nema 17 motors with A4998 stepper driver and…
  • What is the best 3D printer for under 200 USD?

    Hello, I have recently been looking into getting a 3d printer for hobby engineering projects but am unsure of which printer is the best for my needs. My budget is 200 USD (+- Qualities most important to me are: 1. Able to print strong sunlight resistant…
  • What's the important point for a 3d printer beginner

    As a beginner, when you prepare to get a new printer, what's the key point, speed? core xy? Marlin or klipper? price? I want to learn to 3D printer and to have it as a hobby I do in joy it
  • Autosport Engineering at the Autosport International Show 2016 (UK), January 14-17th

    The chequered flag fell last night on the 26 th annual Autosport International – Europe’s largest motorsport and performance car show held at the NEC in Birmingham, England. The show warmed up with 2 dedicated trade days; ‘Autosport Engineering’ hosting…
  • An Insider's View of 3D Printing

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    Click here to visit our new 3D Printing group. 3D printing has burst onto the scene; everyday there is yet another story of revolutions, amazing applications and new systems. But does reality mirror the sometimes grandiose predictions? Join Todd Grimm...
  • Developing a World First for 3D Printing

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    Elemental is a 3D printer like no other, it’s the world’s first pressure controlled 3D printer. Join Scott Pobihun, Co-founder of internationally recognised 3D printer startup Hardcotton , as he discusses how this very unique SLA 3D printer works. Scott...
  • can any buddy tell me if i can make a 3d printer totally from scratch?

    i am a student having no expertise in any kind of electronics but i still want to create a 3d printer. so, if i can make one what are the basic requirements? please help! (sorry if the question was too dumb)
  • Question regarding the Double Decker 3D Printer video

    Around 7:00 he metioned the thing that he used instead of bearings, but I could not understand exactly what it is called, and what it is made from. I'm interested in using something else too instead of linear bearings on the steel rod for the X axis.…
  • 3D Printer Power Supply Amperage

    HI folks, I noticed today (as look may have it) my 3D printer was smoking. On closer inspection I noticed the power terminal on the RAMPS board was melting and smoking. Don't worry, at this point I quickly unplug from the mains. The power supply is 220v…
  • Good Entry level 3d printer (2015)

    Hello experts, I'm wanting to get into modding electronics and hobby 3d printing and was curious if you have an idea on what printer to start with? I'm trying to keep my budget under 2000. 2500 if it is really worth it because i'll spend a few nights…
  • Having a hard time starting out [Prusa i3] e3D v6 hotend, pla clogging all the time

    So I've assembled my first 3D printer out of mostly spare parts and bits.. Got everything setup, at first i used a all metal hotend from china, E3D v6 replica's for 10$ The beginning of the test cube, 3 different attempts, learning about the settings…
  • Is it worth the investment for a 3D printer?

    I have been intrigued by 3D printers for some time now and have been wanting to get one. It seems they are extremely useful in many different ways, especially as an engineer/ hobbyist. I have also noticed there are quite a few different companies our…
  • How to step down stepper motor voltage?

    So recently I started building a 3D printer out of old DVD disc drive steppers, because they are complete with rods and steppers. To drive them, I plan on using a Geeetech Printr Board clone ( http://www.geeetech.com/new-version-reprap-printerboard-reprap…
  • cnc milling machine/3d printer

    My name is Slaven and I follow your shows on youtube. I have a few questions and I hope that we can answer. perhaps include in your show. I would be very pleased. I want to make 3d printer / cnc milling machine, so here are my questions. I found on the…
  • Kudo3D Titan1 3D Printer

    Has anyone seen or heard about the Kudo3D Titan1 3D Printer? It almost seems like a device which is too good to be true. The Titan1 is an SLS printer which uses Resin, as well as a patent pending PSP (Passive Self-Peeling) technology. The printer will…
  • best price/quality 3d printer

    i am searching for a good price quality 3d printer can somebody help me please ?
  • Where can I find cheap parts for my DIY 3d printer

    I Want to build my own custom 3d printer so I can get to know 3d printing better but I want to keep the cost low. Could you guys post some places where I can find cheap parts. I also still want a heated print bed too.
  • Question about 3D Printer

    Hi Ben I'm Wilson... I'm a computer technician and looking forward to expand my knowledge. I have a question about 3D Printer.. me as beginner i would love to have a 3D printer.. But now there's so many model also different kind. What would you recommend…
  • 3d printer conundrum

    Hello! I got into electronics not long time ago and i dont have much experience.Im planning on building a 3d printer but i dont know how to connect it all together.I watched youtube videos on building a 3d printer but they are not detailed.I dont know…
  • Best software for 3D printing

    Hi all! I'm excitedly awaiting delivery of my new 3D printer (how cool those words sound!) Its a makerbot, it arrives next week and I CANT wait!! I'm new to this, I've got Sketchup downloaded and am working through it now to create a personalised Pi case…
  • Patent Expiration

    Hello All, I keep hearing that the major patent for 3D printing will be expired in Feb. 2014. 1. What pataent and technology they are refering to? What is the patent number? 2. What will be the effect of this on open sourde development? 3. Is any body…
  • A True Rotary 3D Printer?

    I was wondering if there would be any advantage to to a 3D printer that operated in a cylindrical coordinate space instead of a cartesian space? Would it be feasible to come up with a very fine threaded rod that would attach to the center of the print…
  • Large Scale 3D Printing/ Multi Medium 3D printing

    I am seeing a lot of different 3D printers and all of wich are more compact and made to print small objects. What i am wanting to know are there 3D printers that can be made for the home that can print large scale objects and if there are not then how…